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Baykar Integrates More Weapons on Akinci

The Baykar Bayraktar Akıncı unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is carrying out firing trials with versions of the Roketsan MAM-L and MAM-T guided bombs that can be used against targets concealed by cloud cover, the UAV’s Turkish manufacturer announced on 15 March. Both the MAM-L, which is the standard munition for Baykar’s UAVs, and the MAM-T, […]

NORAD Commander: Incursions by UAS on Southern Border Likely Exceed 1,000 per Month

There are likely more than 1,000 incursions by unmanned aircraft systems along the U.S.-Mexico border each month, said the U.S. Northern Command’s top general during testimony today at a Senate Armed Services Committee posture hearing. “I don’t know the actual number — I don’t think anybody does — but it’s in the thousands,” said Air […]

Faro Mangiabarche , sant’Antioco , Sardinia

Aerial circumnavigation of the island of S. Antioco, the rocks, the beaches, the seabed, the lagoons, all condensed into a personal and emotional mix-video. For now the icon of the video will be Calasetta, a beautiful town on the northern tip of the island which, together with the capital S.Antioco, are two pearls of the Mediterranean Sea  –  https://youtu.be/mQRaOJk8e7M

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Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team Adopts Skydio X10

In a recent development aimed at enhancing its operational capabilities during crisis situations, the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team has announced the adoption of the Skydio X10 as its primary operational drone. According to a Verizon press release, this move marks a significant upgrade to the team’s fleet, introducing advanced technology to aid in a […]

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HYSKY Society Joins Forces with Commercial UAV Expo to Advance Hydrogen Aviation

Strategic Alliance Between HYSKY Society and Commercial UAV Expo: the Future of Hydrogen Aviation In an innovative move poised to redefine the landscape of aviation technology, the HYSKY Society is slated to partner with the Commercial UAV Expo, bringing together two pivotal segments of aviation innovation under one roof in Las Vegas, NV, from September […]

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SkySafe Study Reveals Some Drone Manufacturers Fail to Meet Published Remote ID Standards

The following article is based upon research by SkySafe.  This article is intended only as general information, as Remote ID technology is a critical building block of larger unmanned traffic management systems (UTM). Find more information on the FAA’s Remote ID policy here; and see the official list of Remote ID compliant aircraft here, where pilots […]

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The best drone video of 2023 (according to AirVuz)

In a world full of drone videos, it’s rare to find one that really wows us. But we’ve got it — the top drone video of 2023 that truly stands out.

AirVuz recently announced the winners of its 2023 Drone Video Contest. The selections were made by a panel of judges, including The Drone Girl herself, Sally French.

Aerial videography company AeroCircus clinched the title of Drone Video of the Year for their Showreel 2023, while Skynamic Drone, another drone filming company, won FPV Video of the Year with their reel, FPV Demoreel.

Drone Video of the Year: Showreel 2023

The Drone Video of the Year, Showreel 2023, is akin to a trailer for one of the most epic movies you’ve ever seen, capturing stunning landscapes and intricate drone maneuvers.

“Still speechless… Bringing the award to Munich for the second time makes me particularly humble, especially in these times for the film industry worldwide,” AeroCircus said upon receiving the news.

For winning Drone Video of the Year, AeroCircus was awarded a DJI prize package. The prize is sponsored by Skypixel, which includes a DJI Mavic 3 Pro with DJI RC.

Also, AirVuz acknowledged three finalists in this category: Bashin AbuShakra, Timelab.pro, and Florian Ledoux. As finalists, these winners will each receive a DJI Mini Pro 4 with DJI RC 2.

FPV Video of the Year: FPV Demoreel

Skynamic emerged as the champion in the FPV category with their video, FPV Demoreel. This video elevates FPV drone maneuvering to a whole new level.

“We feel humbled to be recognized by the AirVuz community in such an overwhelming way,” said Gabriel Manz of Skynamic Drone.

For winning FPV Video of the Year, Skynamic received a DJI prize package sponsored by Skypixel. The prize package included a pair of DJI Goggles 2+ and two DJI O3 Air Units.

Both categories boasted impressive submissions. “Picking the winning videos for 2023 was no easy task for our judges, given the strength of the field,” said AirVuz President and CEO Mike Israel.

Lastly, check out the full list of 2023 Drone Video of the Year nominees. Or check out the FPV Drone Video of the Year nominees.

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Battling the UAS Threat

In the wake of the Russian invasion into Ukraine in early 2021, a seismic shift reshaped the battlefield: the rise of fighter-drones and various UAS threats now paint a new picture on the horizon. With subtle modifications and enhancements, one can turn an apparently ordinary store-bought drone into a potent war machine, capable of causing […]